LONZA Workshop
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The Lonza Workshop, From Candidate to Clinic, How Smart Startups De-Risk Their Molecules and Accelerate Clinical Entry, is taking place on 7 May 2026 at EPFL Innovation Park
The Swiss biotech ecosystem excels at scientific discovery: how to best transition from a promising molecule to a clinical-stage asset? Startups need a fast, smooth and robust path to de-risk their programs before entering the clinic. This panel brings together an early drug development expert, a biotech founder, a life science consultant, and an ecosystem partner to explore the critical steps between lead selection and first-in-human studies.
The discussion will focus on how early technical and strategic decisions, from development planning and CMC strategy to outsourcing and partner selection, can accelerate timelines, reduce risk, and prevent rework. Attendees will gain practical insights into when it makes sense to build capabilities internally and when relying on experienced partners creates greater long-term value.
Designed for startup founders and early teams, this session aims to simplify the path to clinic and highlight how the right partnerships can transform strong science into a viable clinical asset.
🗓 7 May 2026 – 12 PM to 1.30 PM |📍 EPFL Innovation Park, Building J | ➡️ Registration